The 20 Best Stroke Doctors in Canada

Find the Top Stroke Experts and Specialists

Last Updated: 06/30/2026

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MediFind found 1646 doctor with experience in Stroke near Canada. Of these, 1426 are Experienced, 156 are Advanced, 44 are Distinguished and 20 are Elite.

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    Elite in Stroke

    Salim M. Yusuf
    Elite in Stroke

    Salim M. Yusuf
    Referral may be required
    30 Birge St, 
    Hamilton, ON, CA 

    Salim Yusuf practices practicing medicine in Hamilton, Canada. Mr. Yusuf is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Stroke. He is also highly rated in 20 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Atrial Fibrillation, Stroke, Heart Attack, Heart Bypass Surgery, and Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG).

    Elite in Stroke

    Andrew M. Demchuk
    Elite in Stroke

    Andrew M. Demchuk
    Referral may be required
    1403 29th St NW, 
    Calgary, AB, CA 

    Andrew Demchuk practices practicing medicine in Calgary, Canada. Mr. Demchuk is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Stroke. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Stroke, Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA), Carotid Artery Disease, Thrombectomy, and Embolectomy.

    Elite in Stroke

    Ashfaq Shuaib
    Elite in Stroke

    Ashfaq Shuaib
    Referral may be required
    AB, CA 

    Ashfaq Shuaib practices practicing medicine in Canada. Shuaib is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Stroke. They are also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses Stroke, Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA), Atrial Fibrillation, Thrombectomy, and Craniectomy.

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    Elite in Stroke

    Gustavo Saposnik
    Elite in Stroke

    Gustavo Saposnik
    Referral may be required
    Toronto, ON, CA 

    Gustavo Saposnik practices practicing medicine in Toronto, Canada. Mr. Saposnik is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Stroke. He is also highly rated in 12 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Stroke, Multiple Sclerosis (MS), Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA), Thrombectomy, and Stent Placement.

    Elite in Stroke

    Mohammed A. Almekhlafi
    Elite in Stroke

    Mohammed A. Almekhlafi
    Referral may be required
    Calgary, AB, CA 

    Mohammed Almekhlafi practices practicing medicine in Calgary, Canada. Mr. Almekhlafi is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Stroke. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Stroke, Hypothermia, Carotid Artery Disease, Thrombectomy, and Stent Placement.

    Elite in Stroke

    Johanna M. Ospel
    Elite in Stroke

    Johanna M. Ospel
    Referral may be required
    Calgary, AB, CA 

    Johanna Ospel practices practicing medicine in Calgary, Canada. Ms. Ospel is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Stroke. She is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Stroke, Brain Aneurysm, Carotid Artery Disease, Thrombectomy, and Stent Placement.

    Elite in Stroke

    Moira K. Kapral
    Elite in Stroke

    Moira K. Kapral
    Referral may be required
    200 Elizabeth St, 
    Toronto, ON, CA 

    Moira Kapral practices practicing medicine in Toronto, Canada. Ms. Kapral is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Stroke. She is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Stroke, Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA), Atrial Fibrillation, Thrombectomy, and Gastrostomy.

    Elite in Stroke

    Dar Dowlatshahi
    Elite in Stroke

    Dar Dowlatshahi
    Referral may be required
    Room C2182, 1053 Carling Avenue, K1Y 4E9, 
    Ottawa, ON, CA 

    Dar Dowlatshahi practices practicing medicine in Ottawa, Canada. Mr. Dowlatshahi is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Stroke. He is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Stroke, Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA), Carotid Artery Disease, Thrombectomy, and Carotid Artery Surgery.

    Elite in Stroke

    Luciano A. Sposato
    Elite in Stroke

    Luciano A. Sposato
    Referral may be required
    London, ON, CA 

    Luciano Sposato practices practicing medicine in London, Canada. Mr. Sposato is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Stroke. He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Stroke, Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA), Atrial Fibrillation, Thrombectomy, and Stent Placement.

    Elite in Stroke

    Aravind B. Ganesh
    Elite in Stroke

    Aravind B. Ganesh
    Referral may be required
    1403 29th St NW, 
    Calgary, AB, CA 

    Aravind Ganesh practices practicing medicine in Calgary, Canada. Mr. Ganesh is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Stroke. He is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Stroke, Carotid Artery Disease, Dementia, Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA), and Thrombectomy.

    Elite in Stroke

    Adam Kirton
    Elite in Stroke

    Adam Kirton
    Referral may be required
    Calgary, AB, CA 

    Adam Kirton practices practicing medicine in Calgary, Canada. Mr. Kirton is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Stroke. He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cerebral Palsy, Stroke, Spastic Diplegia Infantile Type, Tourette Syndrome, and Thrombectomy.

    Elite in Stroke

    Shelagh B. Coutts
    Elite in Stroke

    Shelagh B. Coutts
    Referral may be required
    Calgary, AB, CA 

    Shelagh Coutts practices practicing medicine in Calgary, Canada. Ms. Coutts is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Stroke. She is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA), Stroke, Carotid Artery Disease, Patent Foramen Ovale, and Thrombectomy.

    Elite in Stroke

    Thalia S. Field
    Elite in Stroke

    Thalia S. Field
    Referral may be required
    2255 Wesbrook Mall, 
    Vancouver, BC, CA 

    Thalia Field practices practicing medicine in Vancouver, Canada. Ms. Field is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Stroke. She is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Mesenteric Venous Thrombosis, Stroke, Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA), Thrombectomy, and Craniectomy.

    Elite in Stroke

    Vitor M. Pereira
    Elite in Stroke

    Vitor M. Pereira
    Referral may be required
    St Michael's Hospital, 
    Toronto, ON, CA 

    Vitor Pereira practices practicing medicine in Toronto, Canada. Mr. Pereira is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Stroke. He is also highly rated in 13 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Stroke, Brain Aneurysm, Arteriovenous Malformation, Thrombectomy, and Liver Embolization.

    Elite in Stroke

    Richard H. Swartz
    Elite in Stroke

    Richard H. Swartz
    Referral may be required
    Toronto, ON, CA 

    Richard Swartz practices practicing medicine in Toronto, Canada. Mr. Swartz is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Stroke. He is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Stroke, Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA), Dementia, Thrombectomy, and Thalamotomy.

    Elite in Stroke

    Gabrielle A. Deveber
    Elite in Stroke

    Gabrielle A. Deveber
    Referral may be required
    Toronto, ON, CA 

    Gabrielle Deveber practices practicing medicine in Toronto, Canada. Ms. Deveber is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Stroke. She is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Stroke, Thrombophlebitis, Moyamoya Disease, Thrombectomy, and Craniectomy.

    Elite in Stroke

    Nishita B. Singh
    Elite in Stroke

    Nishita B. Singh
    Referral may be required
    Winnipeg, MB, CA 

    Nishita Singh practices practicing medicine in Winnipeg, Canada. Ms. Singh is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Stroke. She is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Stroke, Carotid Artery Disease, Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA), Thrombectomy, and Thymectomy.

    Elite in Stroke

    Bijoy K. Menon
    Elite in Stroke

    Bijoy K. Menon
    Referral may be required
    Calgary, AB, CA 

    Bijoy Menon practices practicing medicine in Calgary, Canada. Menon is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Stroke. They are also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses Stroke, Carotid Artery Disease, Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA), Thrombectomy, and Embolectomy.

    Elite in Stroke

    Sean P. Dukelow
    Elite in Stroke

    Sean P. Dukelow
    Referral may be required
    Calgary, AB, CA 

    Sean Dukelow practices practicing medicine in Calgary, Canada. Mr. Dukelow is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Stroke. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Stroke, Concussion, Cerebral Palsy, Spasticity, and Thalamotomy.

    Elite in Stroke

    Lara A. Boyd
    Elite in Stroke

    Lara A. Boyd
    Referral may be required
    Wesbrook Mall, 
    Vancouver, BC, CA 

    Lara Boyd practices practicing medicine in Vancouver, Canada. Ms. Boyd is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Stroke. She is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Stroke, Concussion, Movement Disorders, and Multiple Sclerosis (MS).

    While we make every effort to provide the best results possible, data is currently limited outside of the United States. Doctors listed may include both clinicians and researchers, and individuals relocate frequently. We recommend contacting doctors directly to confirm their location and areas of focus. Contact information is provided when available. Learn more about our expert tiers.
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    Last Updated: 06/30/2026

    What is the definition of Stroke?

    A stroke occurs when blood flow to a part of the brain stops. A stroke is sometimes called a "brain attack."

    If blood flow is cut off for longer than a few seconds, the brain cannot get nutrients and oxygen. Brain cells can die, causing lasting damage.

    A stroke can also occur if a blood vessel inside the brain bursts, leading to bleeding inside the head.

    When should I see a Stroke doctor in Canada?

    There are various reasons why you may want to see a specialist, such as: 

    • Your primary care provider recommends it. 
    • Your condition requires expert knowledge and specialized care. 
    • Your symptoms persist or worsen despite treatment. 
    • You need specialized testing or procedures. 
    • You want a second opinion.  

    What should I consider when choosing a Stroke doctor in Canada?

    It’s important to see a provider with expertise in your specific condition. Each provider profile in MediFind’s doctor database includes information on which conditions they treat, years of experience, research contributions, languages spoken, insurance plans accepted, and more.  

    How do I find the best Stroke doctor in Canada?

    You can find a Stroke doctor in any of the 10 largest U.S. cities by clicking below:

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    How does MediFind rank Stroke doctors in Canada?

    MediFind’s rankings are based on a variety of data sources, such as the number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials and industry conferences, as well as the number of patients that provider sees for a given condition. Note that MediFind’s provider database is not based on user reviews, and providers do not pay to be included in the database. 

    What types of insurance are accepted by Stroke doctors in Canada?

    Most profiles in MediFind’s doctor database include a list of insurance plans accepted by that provider. However, it’s a good idea to contact the provider’s office to make sure they still accept your insurance, then doublecheck by contacting your insurance plan to confirm they’re in network. 

    How can I book an appointment online with a Stroke doctor in Canada?

    MediFind offers direct scheduling for certain providers using the “Request Appointment” button on that provider’s profile. If the schedule option is not available for a provider, tap the red “Show Phone Number” button on their profile to get their contact information. If you prefer to find providers who offer online scheduling, select “Schedules online” under the “Availability” category of the filter feature on the left side of the Stroke doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Stroke doctor?

    Second opinions are an opportunity to confirm a diagnosis and its root cause, learn about alternative treatment options, or simply gain peace of mind. Many people, especially those with serious diagnoses, get second opinions so they can understand all their options and make informed decisions, so don’t hesitate to get one if you have any doubts or need more information or clarification regarding your care. Note that some insurance plans require second opinions, while others don’t cover second opinions, so be sure to confirm with your insurance provider first.   

    How can I prepare for my appointment with a Stroke doctor in Canada?

    Prepare for your appointment by gathering the following items: 

    • Copies of medical records (dating back at least one year) 
    • Your medical history, including illnesses, medical conditions, surgeries, and other doctors you see 
    • Family history of disease 
    • List of current prescription drugs, over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal remedies or supplements including names and doses 
    • Allergies to medications, food, latex, insects, etc.  
    • List of questions and concerns 
    • Your insurance card 

    You might also contact the provider’s office to see if they offer transportation or childcare services or if you’re allowed to bring a loved one for support or to take notes during your visit. 

    What questions should I ask my Stroke doctor?

    Here are some sample questions: 

    • Can you explain in simple terms what this condition is and how it’s treated? 
    • What symptoms or side effects should I watch for? 
    • What tests will be involved, and when can I expect results? 
    • Are there other specialists I need to see? 
    • What’s the best way to reach you if I have follow-up questions? 

    How can I learn about the latest clinical trials and research advances my Stroke doctor may know about?

    MediFind’s Clinical Trials tool asks you a series of questions to help you narrow down your search by health condition, age, gender, location, how far you’re willing to travel, and more. Each question you answer filters down the number of trials until you find the ones that are most relevant to you. 

    MediFind’s Latest Advances tool features summaries of recent articles published in medical journals. We use cutting-edge technology to scour medical publication databases for the latest research advancements on any given condition, then we simplify this information in a way that’s useful and easy to understand. 

    Can I filter my search to show male or female Stroke doctors in Canada?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Stroke doctor search results page. Select “Female” or “Male” under the “Gender” category to search for female or male providers exclusively. If the “Any” option is selected, it will pull results for both male and female providers. 

    Can I filter my search to find a Stroke doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Stroke doctor search results page. Select “Offers telehealth visits” under the Availability category to search for providers who offer virtual appointments (video calls). 

    Reviewed on: 11/11/24  

    By: MediFind Medical Staff 

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